Our client is a respected, plaintiff-focused personal injury trial practice with a strong record of success representing individuals hurt by the negligence of others. The team combines deep litigation experience with a compassionate, client-centric approach and is looking to add an experienced paralegal who can own cases from suit filing through trial.

Role Overview

The Litigation Paralegal will manage a robust docket of plaintiff personal-injury matters, supporting attorneys throughout discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial. This is a hands-on position requiring excellent organization, deadline management, and client communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Oversee all phases of litigation, including case initiation, discovery, pre-trial, and trial support.
• Drafting & Filing: Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence; e-file in state and federal courts.
• Scheduling & Deadlines: Track court dates and litigation milestones; coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial logistics.
• Client & Third-Party Communication: Provide empathetic updates to clients; interact professionally with opposing counsel, medical providers, and court staff.
• Trial Support: Attend trials as needed; organize exhibits, prep witnesses, and manage courtroom logistics.
• Compliance: Ensure all filings align with Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and local rules.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years as a litigation paralegal focused on plaintiff personal-injury matters.
• Certification: Paralegal certificate required; Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and case-management software (FileVine preferred).
• Knowledge: Strong grasp of legal terminology, discovery rules, and medical-record review; familiarity with catastrophic-injury cases is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional organization, detail orientation, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Why This Opportunity

• Join a collaborative trial-oriented practice where paralegals are integral to case strategy.
• Competitive salary, quarterly performance bonuses, and full benefits.
• Clear path for professional growth and exposure to complex, high-stakes litigation.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours (in-office, Clearwater).

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to contribute to meaningful client victories and advance their litigation careers.